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Windhausen, Germany

Lower Saxony · 🇩🇪 Germany

Windhausen is a small town in Lower Saxony, Germany with a population of 1,113. Elevation: 689 ft (210 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
1,113 Population 812/sq mi density
689 ft Elevation 210 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
41.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Berlin Timezone
$28,268 Median Income
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$28,268 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$313/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $28,268
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.4%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $313
73% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 20.4%
36% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.2%
98% lower than US avg

People

Population1,113
Median Age45.7 yrs
Density812/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$28,268
Per Capita$54,777
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.2%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$313
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity20.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking19.5%
Depression4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain41.3 in/yr
Sunny Days207/yr
Elevation689 ft (210 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.4%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.5%
Population1,113
Population Density812 / sq mi
Elevation689 ft (210 m)
Coordinates51.7854°, 10.2122°
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Country🇩🇪 Germany
State / ProvinceLower Saxony
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation41.3 inches (1,048 mm)
Annual Snowfall24.8 inches (63 cm)
Median Household Income$28,268
Median Age45.7 years

Is Windhausen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Windhausen receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Windhausen stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Windhausen is $28,268, 62% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $313 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Windhausen experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 207 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches, including 24.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Windhausen has a population of 1,113 with a density of 812 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles. The median age is 45.7 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.6% female and 49.4% male. 25.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 87.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,113
Total Population
812
People / sq mi
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Windhausen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Windhausen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Windhausen is $28,268, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $54,777 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 75.2, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Windhausen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,268
62% below US avg
Per Capita Income$54,777

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.2%
98% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living75.20 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $313 (73% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$313
73% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied60.9%

Property Tax

In Windhausen, 20.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.0% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 29.7% have high blood pressure. 19.5% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 11.2% report binge drinking. 83.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.2% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Windhausen vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity20.4%
36% below US avg
Diabetes5.0%
High Blood Pressure29.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.5%
39% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.2%
Physical Inactivity83.7%
Depression4.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.0%

Food & Exercise

Windhausen experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 207 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches. The area receives 24.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 689 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average50.9°F
6% below US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days207 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.3 inches
9% above US avg
Snowfall24.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%

Geography

Elevation689 ft (210 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density812/sq mi
Coordinates51.7854°N, 10.2122°W
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
County FIPS03159002

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 3.1 in
February 32°F (0°C) 2.3 in Coldest, Driest
March 38°F (3°C) 3.0 in
April 44°F (7°C) 2.4 in
May 53°F (12°C) 2.8 in
June 58°F (14°C) 3.4 in
July 65°F (18°C) 3.3 in Warmest
August 61°F (16°C) 3.1 in
September 54°F (12°C) 2.8 in
October 47°F (8°C) 2.8 in
November 39°F (4°C) 3.2 in
December 34°F (1°C) 3.6 in Wettest

Windhausen has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F — from 32°F in February to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.6") and February the driest (2.3").

35.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 5% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 92.5% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.4%
5% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density812/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Windhausen

What is the population of Windhausen?

Windhausen has a population of 1,113 residents and is located in Germany. The population density is 812 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.6% female and 49.4% male.

Is Windhausen expensive to live in?

Windhausen is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 75.2 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $28,268, 62% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $313 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Windhausen?

Windhausen has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 207 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 41.3 inches, with 24.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Windhausen?

Windhausen has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.7%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Windhausen?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $313.

How are the schools in Windhausen?

35.4% of adults in Windhausen hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Windhausen?

The obesity rate in Windhausen is 20.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 19.5% of adults are smokers. 83.7% are physically inactive. 4.2% of residents report depression.

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